Love Island fans were left stunned and frustrated after Harrison Boon and Lauren Smith reunited on the latest episode of Aftersun, sparking a wave of complaints from viewers.
The pair, who had a turbulent relationship during their time in the villa, appeared together on the ITV2 spin-off show, leading many fans to question the producers' motives.
Social media erupted with criticism, as viewers accused the show of forcing unnecessary drama. One fan tweeted, "Why are they bringing these two back together? This is so staged!", while another wrote, "Lauren deserves better than this awkward reunion."
Harrison, who was previously accused of gaslighting Lauren during their villa stint, seemed to attempt a reconciliation on air. However, fans were quick to point out Lauren's visibly uncomfortable body language.
Viewers Demand Change
Many loyal followers of the hit reality series have now called for ITV to reconsider its approach to Aftersun, arguing that the show should focus more on celebrating genuine connections rather than reigniting past conflicts.
Some have even threatened to boycott future episodes if producers continue to prioritise manufactured drama over authentic storytelling.
With Love Island's ratings already under scrutiny this season, will ITV listen to the fans' complaints? Only time will tell.
